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2024 NFL Draft Scouting Report: UConn OG Christian Haynes

From now until the 2024 NFL Draft takes place, we will scout and create profiles for as many prospects as possible, examining their strengths, weaknesses, and what they can bring to an NFL franchise. These players could be potential top-10 picks, all the way down to Day 3 selections, and priority undrafted free agents. Today, a scouting report on UConn OG Christian Haynes.

#64 Christian Haynes/OG UConn – 6024 and 318 pounds . (Redshirt Senior)

Senior Bowl

MEASUREMENTS

Player Ht/Wt Hand Size Arm Length Wingspan
Christian Haynes 6024/318 8 7/8″ 33 7/8″ 80 3/8″
40-Yard Dash 10-Yard Dash Short Shuttle 3-Cone
N/A N/A N/A N/A
Broad Jump Vertical Bench Press
N/A N/A N/A

THE GOOD

– Easy power profile
– Impressive length allows him to consistently play outside of his frame
– Really easy mover laterally and to the second level
– Excels blocking in space
– Scheme-diverse blocker
– Very good pass protector
– Plays with tremendous physicality; nasty demeanor
– Routinely finishes blocks
– Plays best football against best competition

The Bad

– Has some hip tightness when redirecting
– Overaggressive at times with his initial punch
– Hands can be too wide at times

Bio

2023 All-American selection (Associated Press and College Football Network)
– 2022 All-American selection (Sporting News and Associated Press)
– 49-game starter at UConn
– 2024 Reese’s Senior Bowl participant
– 2024 East-West Shrine Bowl invite
– Attended Bowie High School in Maryland; also wrestled
– Majored in human development and family sciences

Tape Breakdown

When you break down Haynes’ game, you are going to find a player who boasts a good overall combination of foot quickness and power for the position.